Geraldine (Maynard) Cornette

Geraldine Cornette, age 73, of Naugatuck, WV, passed away August 8, 2022 at her residence. She was born August 13,1948 in Inez, KY to the late Jessie and Gracie Maynard. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Albert Cornette, three brothers, William Maynard, Edward Maynard, and Jimmy Maynard, and two sisters, Brenda Maynard and Patty Blackburn. She is survived by five brothers, Jesse Maynard, Jr. of Louisa, KY, Jeff Maynard of Warfield, KY, John Maynard of Michigan, Darrell Maynard of Inez, KY and Lonnie Maynard of Louisa, KY, and six sisters, Rosalean Chaffin of SC, Kathryn Muncy of Johnson Co., KY, Nola Haug of Howard, OH, Lois Lawson, Lucille Rose, and Wanda Davis, all of Inez, KY. 

Geraldine spent the past several months surrounded by family and many people that loved and cared for her, at her home.  During these months Eddie Sheppard, Cecil and Katrina (Workman) Ferguson, George and Teresa (Spradlin) Hignite, and Faddus Sheppard provided much love, care and support. Geraldine loved and thought the world of her extended family.

Geraldine didn't have her own children, but she loved many as hers and they loved her.  She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Her door was always open to anyone in need.  Over the years she cared for many loved ones during their last days.  She was willing to help anyone.  She left this world peacefully totally dependent on God. 

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 1 PM in the chapel of Crum Funeral Home with Doc Maynard and David Bowens officiating. Burial will follow in the Maynard Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5 PM to 9 PM. Arrangements are under the direction of Crum Funeral Home of Inez, KY.

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